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St. Tome Church
Plaza del Conde, 4, 45002 Toledo, Spain Phone: +349 2525 6098About
Santo Tomé was founded in the 12th century but completely rebuilt in the 14th century, thanks to funds from Lord Orgaz, the subject of El Greco's famous painting. Don Gonzalo Ruíz was a native of Toledo and Señor of the town of Orgaz (the title of Count came to his family later). The 14th-century tower of Santo Tomé is one of the finest examples of Mudejar architecture in Toledo. The topmost section has three arched bell openings on each side. Though the count's burial took place in the 14th century, El Greco painted the onlookers in contemporary 16th-century costumes and included lifelike portraits of people he knew. It was the custom for the eminent and noble men of the town to assist at the burial of nobles, and it was stipulated in the contract that the scene should be represented in this way.
